The Wrexham-raised batter, who captained Glamorgan earlier than shifting to Derbyshire, spoke concerning the struggles he has beforehand had coping with the relentless nature of the summer season cricket schedule.
“It has been an honour for me to captain Derbyshire, and I am now trying ahead to taking part in with much less strain on my shoulders,” he stated.
Derbyshire head coach Mickey Arthur, who signed a one-year contract extension with the membership earlier this week, stated Lloyd’s “expertise and management will nonetheless be invaluable” to the aspect even when he’s not captain.
“David has given his all to the captaincy and he has been a incredible chief for us, however the psychological pressures of attempting to steer a workforce, particularly when you are attempting to rediscover your individual kind, coupled with having a younger household imply it is best for all events if we take a few of that weight off his shoulders,” Arthur stated.
Lloyd’s successor as captain is but to be named.
